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A simple list of published dates, from nearby outings to wider Georgia and Alabama trips. Use Close to Home for Bremen and nearby West Georgia.

Dates and details can change. Check the linked organizer before leaving; unknown times and costs stay unconfirmed.

1860 upcoming listings · page 1 of 47. Open an event for its full details and latest source-check date.

ArtPaca Fall Festival

· Hours need confirmation; county tourism lists 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Douglasville · L&R Alpaca Haven Farm

Travel alert: Hours need confirmation: Douglas County tourism lists 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; an earlier listing gave a 10 a.m. start. Call the farm at 404-408-4635 before travelling. GPS may point to the wrong side of Dorris Road.

Restrictions: A signed waiver is required before interacting with animals.

Dahlonega Gold Rush Days

· Festival opening and closing hours not verified; check the organizer's schedule.

Dahlonega · Historic downtown public square

Travel alert: Statewide outing from West Georgia. Use Google Maps to check the route, travel time and event parking.

Regional outing: Bennett Farms pumpkin patch and country store

· Eastern times:; Tuesday 3 p.m.–6 p.m.; Thursday 3 p.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.–6 p.m.

Heflin, AL · Bennett Farms

Booking: Buy tickets online or at the farm; advance purchase is not required. The farm lists cash and cards.

Restrictions: The farm does not allow pets during pumpkin-patch season. Ask the farm about any specific access or animal-related arrangements.

Possum Holler Pumpkin Patch & Hayride

· 11 a.m.–5 p.m. each day Eastern

Douglasville · Possum Holler

Travel alert: Date confirmation needed. On October 18, 2026, the organizer website still showed both a 2026 fall schedule and a 2027 countdown. Confirm your visit dates and current admission directly with Possum Holler at 770-639-7409 before travelling.

Booking: Tickets are sold on site; the organizer says online ticket purchases are not currently available. Cash and major credit cards are listed.

Restrictions: Pets are not allowed; service animals are welcome. Confirm individual attraction requirements before buying admission.

Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade

· Saturday 12 p.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m.–7 p.m.

Atlanta · Little Five Points neighborhood

Booking: Check the official festival program and parade route before travel; separately ticketed extras may have their own booking rules.

Restrictions: Lively, sometimes edgy costume scene; crowds and noise may not suit younger or sensitive visitors. Parking extremely limited.

Atlanta Streets Alive — West End to Grant Park

· 2–6 p.m. Eastern; street closures noon–7 p.m.

Atlanta · West End to Grant Park route

Booking: Free public participation. Check the official route map and street closures before traveling; optional purchases and transport cost extra.

Restrictions: Outdoor weather exposure and shared pedestrian/cycle space; choose a manageable route section for your group.

Georgia Apple Festival · final weekend

· Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Ellijay · Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds

Travel alert: A longer regional day trip from Bremen; check your route and travel time before booking.

Booking: Check official tickets and parking before travel. No pets; service animals are allowed at the fairgrounds, but no animals are allowed on shuttle buses. Arrange gate drop-off before parking if needed. Rain or shine.

Stone Mountain Highland Games & Scottish Festival

· Saturday and Sunday; Sunday program 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Check the organizer's detailed schedule.

Stone Mountain · Stone Mountain Park · Special Events Meadow

Travel alert: Confirm the last Sunday parking shuttle before relying on it: on October 18, the organizer homepage listed 6 p.m., while its Sunday schedule listed 5:30 p.m. Park vehicle entry is separate from Games admission.

Booking: Advance sales have ended; organizer says tickets remain available at the main gate. This listing covers the park's daytime festival, not the separate whisky tasting or hotel parties.

50+ Card Games

· 02:00 PM–05:00 PM Eastern

Douglasville · Jessie Davis Senior Center

Travel alert: Confirm arrival and the room with Parks staff at 770-920-3009. On October 18 the event page used 7775 Jessie Davis Park Drive, while other city program listings used 7775 Malone Street for the same mapped location. Card-game room numbering also needs confirmation.

50+ Monday Fitness Class

· 10:00 AM–11:00 AM Eastern

Douglasville · Jessie Davis Gym

Travel alert: Confirm arrival with Parks staff at 770-920-3009. On October 18 the fitness page used 7775 Jessie Davis Park Drive, while another city program listing used 7775 Malone Street for the same mapped gym location.

Crochet

· 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern

Newnan · Newnan Carnegie Library

Booking: Registration required; class is limited to 10 participants above age 10. Bring a size H crochet hook, Red Heart yarn and water. Call 770-683-1347 to ask about remaining spaces.

Roly Poly Craft

· 4:30 PM–5:00 PM Eastern

Atlanta · Joan P. Garner Library at Ponce De Leon

Booking: The reviewed record does not establish a reservation requirement. Check the event instructions or call the branch before a dedicated trip.

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